Translated from the Japanese."First published in Japan in 2001 by Shueisha, Inc., Tokyo"--P. facing t.p."This volume contains material that was originally published in Shonen Jump #66-68. Artwork in the magazine may have been altered slightly from what is presented in this volume"--P. facing t.p."This book reads from right to left"--Cover p. [4].

Summary note:

Ichigo and the other soul reapers have a difficult time fighting the Arrancars before taking on the Espada, their more threatening competition.